Backroads of New England
Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures - Second Edition
Published on 7. May 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-7603-4239-8 (ISBN)
Description
From the sandy shores of Cape Cod to the distinct ridges of Vermonts Mount Mansfield; from Connecticuts Quiet Corner to the Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire; and from tiny Lubec, Maine, at the Beginning of America, to the Graveyard of the Atlantic at Point Judith, Rhode Island, thirty of New Englands most varied and vibrant attractions are presented here, inviting you to explore them. Backroads of New Englandwritten and photographed by local expertstakes you on routes that lead to the regions most secluded and overlooked natural areas and sites that capture New Englands colorful history. Whether youre planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply wanting to learn more about the locale, Backroads of New England will lead you deep into the soul of New Englandbeyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Dimensions
Height: 153 mm
Width: 229 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7603-4239-8 (9780760342398)
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Kim Knox Beckius' previous books include Backroads of New England and The Everything Guide to New England. Since 1998, she has produced About.com's New England for Visitors web site (gonewengland.about.com), which offers a virtual tour of New England and provides weekly commentary on the region. She lives in Avon, Connecticut. William H. Johnson's work appears in Backroads of New England and in numerous magazines, calendars, cards, and exhibits. He was named Photographer of the Year by the New Hampshire Professional Photographer's Association and has earned several court of honor awards. He lives in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.William H. Johnson is a native New Englander who lives in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. For more than thirty years, his artistic landscapes have captured the spectacular New England countryside in all seasons. Johnson was the photographer for Backroads of New England and The New England Coast, and his images have appeared in numerous magazines, calendars, cards, exhibits, and advertising campaigns in New England and beyond. He was named Photographer of the Year by the New Hampshire Professional Photographer's Association, among other awards.